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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1901
Page
3
San Francisco August 3 The federal government announced it will not permit Chinese crews of the Pacific Mall or other lines to serve as stevedores, and thus the men were placed back on their venture. Washington instructions regarding violations of the Chinese exclusion laws explain the action.
A Chicago committee and railroad representatives agreed on building a vast central station for all roads. The project would serve freight and passenger traffic, cost about 000,000, and span six blocks by thirteen, becoming the world’s largest station.
The street car strike in Knoxville continues with little chance of early settlement. Strikers remain orderly as only a few street cars operate, crewed by non union workers.
Representatives of five steamship companies met at Dodwell & Co in Tacoma to adopt a uniform rate for passenger service from Seattle Tacoma Vancouver B C and Portland to the Orient. A new schedule was approved and will take effect next Monday. The exact rate has not yet been published.
A large tour from Portland to Seattle on the Northern Pacific arrives this morning. The group includes travelers from Pittsburgh and Indianapolis with 18 from Painesville. Led by W. A. Gillespy, the party plans six days in Yellowstone then a six week journey ending at Buffalo for a Pan American exposition visit.
The state case Hastie v Lam held jurors cannot be paid for Saturdays when excused by the court. The remittitur confirms the rule, framing it as a test for juror pay across cases. The decision is expected to save the county money.
Human Officer Ridgway yesterday arrested H Curtis a teamster for cruelty to animals alleged to have brutalized a horse. Sid Wilkinson a painter was arrested by Burkman and McClurg as a disorderly person. Officer Fletcher took into custody Herman Olson and Ed Flynn as disorderly persons or vagrants.
Ole Johnson, a blind man addicted to alcohol, was admitted to the county hospital yesterday by the county commissioners. John son was arrested for vagrancy and offered hospital care instead of jail. Jonnenen is described as a nuisance.
The Klondike report says a Dawson subscription is started to fund a cottage hospital on the main street. Z T Wood of the North West Mounted Police leads the venture and hopes the plan will be realized, though winter illnesses have slowed progress.
The Dawson government builds surge with a new courthouse the finest north of Vancouver the forthcoming administration building larger and costlier, plus a courthouse and schoolhouse nearing completion. A busy crew erects the Dawesen schoolhouse and commissioners residence as widespread construction continues.
John Doe remains at large while Frank Bennett is jailed on $5 bail after J. M. Frink of Washington Iron Works swore out a complaint charging Bennett and an unnamed co defendant with assault and battery on Frank Weir a non union worker. The incident occurred after six at the shop and the two men were said to have fled. The case is set for tomorrow morning.
The battleship Iowa will depart its Bremerton drydock today and head to Everett where it will remain.
The Commercial Travelers plan a meeting tonight at G. A. BR. hall Collins Block to arrange paraphernalia and transportation for the Tacoma trip on August 17 for the Elks Carnival.
The city council passed an ordinance making water free for street sprinklers, sparking confusion as officials had previously charged owners per month. Critics question why the city would give away revenue by supplying water to anyone who sprinkles city areas.
Articles filed with the county auditor reveal a capital stock of 100909 dollars divided into 10060 shares of 19 dollars each. P Weaton and Frerett Smith named as trustees.
The Queen City Good Roads club will hold a bicycle meet on the track at Boren avenue and Howell street in the evening. Ride rs Cotter Allien Dow and the Hall boys will contest for medals and trophies presented by club members. Wagner's full military band will be present.
Cunningham a 13 year old sues Northern Pacific in federal court seeking 36000 after claiming he rode the brake beam on an engine at Snohomish with railroad consent. He says the engineer threatened to throw him off and he jumped, losing an arm and a leg and becoming a cripple for life. He seeks 25000 in damages for injuries plus 11000 unspecified claim.
The event features a Wagers band performing for First Ave merchants. The program includes Relogioso Overture, Rossini selections, and medleys. Other pieces include Il Trovatore selections, cornet solo, and a dance reprise.
Martin H. McCarty of McCarty & Me Carty Denver is in Seattle for several days to recuperate his health and regain strength after illness. He is staying at a local hotel and is said to be improving daily.
A morning break in at The Drum on 12 Second Avenue, owned by Nels J Nyquist, netted about $20 in change left for the bartender. Entry was gained by forcing the front door with a jimmy. Police were notified and a full investigation began.
Seattle Electric Co. prepares to test a new car dispatch system within two weeks. J L McLean leads installation and will be chief dispatcher, testing slated for next Monday or Tuesday. Cars will be scheduled from the dispatch office at Fifth and Pine, with lines connected by telephone to reduce congestion after accidents. The system, first of its kind in the city, aims to standardize schedule times and improve service, with similar setups having operated in Portland Denver and Los Angeles.
The British steamship Hyson under Captain J. A. Davies of China Mutual Steam Navigation Co. arrived from Liverpool and the Orient with 19 tons of Oriental cargo. Hyson, a large water ship, is the sixth vessel for the China Mutual Co. to reach Seattle this year, sharing status with Ping Suey as among the port’s largest craft.
The article traces how riding attire evolved from ordinary dress to a distinct habit for women, noting the shift to wearing men’s hats and coats dating back to the Merry Monarch era. It cites Mrs Grundy’s opposition and the later acceptance under successive reigns, including Anne, with references to Addison and the Spectator.
The text traces how women adopting riding coats hats and periwigs echoed male fashion shifts from Scott’s Rob Roy through Queen Victoria’s era. It notes the riding habit’s rise and temporary decline under royal influence and its revival as women riders gained equestrian presence.
The care of Walter Bennet, a striking machinist, alleged to have assaulted Frank Weir, a non union man, will be tried before Justice Cann on Monday afternoon.
The Queen City Theosophical Society meets Sunday at 3 PM in the A O U W hall Pioneer block with Jennie S Clark presenting The Mystery of Life. The First Mental Science Temple gathers 8 PM at the Masonic Temple corner Second Avenue and Pike Street with Professor Knox on The Lost Word Found. Amanda Lodge Theosophical Society hosts Wednesday study at 1118 Third Avenue at 7 PM on The Evolution of the Solar System by Miss Katherine L Petton.
Haron Mount Stephen announces a gift of 200000 dollars to the Presbyterian Church of Beot land. Income will go to ministers in the native district of Aberdeen shire and Ranffehre.
Wm. Austin of Hill City sent orders to sell December corn with attached $1000 checks drawn on the Nebraska National Bank of Omaha. Bankers reported Austin had only a small account and none of the orders were filed. If executed, 1.4 million bushels could have altered prices. authorities pursue charges for attempted fraud through the U.S. mail.
Instructions for making currant, blackberry, raspberry, apple and orange jellies with sugaring, gelatine use, and careful cooling. Details on juice extraction, boiling, thickening, moulding, wax sealing and proper storage. Mentioned fruits include currants, blackberries, huckleberries, raspberries, and apples.
Reverend W D Brown leads Sacred Heart services with Sunday School at 0 16 a m and vesper and sermon at 7 00 p m. Church of Our Lady of Good Help with F X Prefontaine as rector offers Sunday services at 9 30 a m 10 30 a m and 7 p m with Monday school at 3 p m. TobatUleahtp Bronmer Athlon.
Three battleships Iowa Wisconsin and Oregon lie at Port Orchard dry dock. The new fast steam er Athion sails from Columbia street dock at 6 40 am 9 56 am 1 15 pm and 4 45 pm for round trips with fastest time. Beat service orchestra on board.
Fred 8. Potter known to police as Chicken, a Variety actor, found guilty of assault on a Chinaman named Cue after a laundry dispute on Washington Street. Potter fined $5 and costs. scene involved a wet rag and a beer bottle during the clash.
Sunday themes show multiple churches with listed pastors and service times. Trinity Parish holds 11 a m and 1 m oration on Influence by C H H Ploor and J E B Simpson. Plymouth Cantional with Templetor and W Udder. Grace M E with God’s Workmanship and Thought as a Symbol of Grace. Methodial Protestant with Gifted as Corn and A Questionable Move. First Christian with 11 a m sermon by B H Lingenfelter.
The Socialiata will hold their regu lar Sunday evening meeting at 7 45 p m at Germania hall. G F Heomer will speak on The Dangers of the Next Campaign. Visitors to the navy yard should secure tickets for the nine steamer service from Columbia dock Good all day. M Horley Henderson 212 Occidental.
The shop promotes the Iver Johnson anti trust wheel as first class and durable with models priced at 50, 46, 40 and 25. They also offer Oxford for 20 Zenith for 45 and 40 Arlington for 20. Repairs and sundries available with quick service.
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